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Louisiana Office of Behavioral Health coordinates addiction treatment, prevention programs, and recovery support services statewide. Their provider directory connects women with licensed treatment centers, outpatient programs, and recovery housing. Call 225-342-2540 or visit ldh.la.gov to find covered treatment services. Medicaid covers many addiction treatment programs. Bring ID and insurance information when contacting providers. Open Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm. Spanish-language services available through some contracted providers.
225-342-2540 · 628 N 4th St, Baton Rouge, LA 70802 · Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm · Visit Website
Louisiana 211 provides a free 24/7 helpline connecting women with local substance abuse treatment programs, detox centers, recovery housing, and peer support resources statewide. Call 211 or visit louisiana211.org to search by location and service type. Specialists can screen for Medicaid eligibility and refer to covered programs. No cost to call. Available in English and Spanish. Particularly useful for women who need immediate treatment access or who are unsure where to begin the recovery process.
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Bridge House and Grace House in New Orleans provide residential substance abuse treatment with gender-specific programs for women, including a therapeutic community environment, individual and group counseling, and life skills training. Call 504-821-7135 for intake. Grace House serves women specifically. Bring ID, insurance card if available, and any medications. Medicaid and sliding-scale fees accepted. Located at 4150 Earhart Blvd. Residential programs available 24/7; call for intake process details.
504-821-7135 · 4150 Earhart Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70125 · 24/7 · Visit Website
Odyssey House Louisiana in New Orleans provides substance abuse treatment and integrated behavioral health services for adults including women-specific programming. Services include outpatient and residential treatment, individual and group therapy, medication-assisted treatment, and mental health support. Call 504-821-9211 for intake information. Bring ID, insurance if available, and list of current medications. Located at 1125 N Tonti St. Medicaid accepted. Call Mon-Fri 8am-5pm to arrange an intake appointment.
504-821-9211 · 1125 N Tonti St, New Orleans, LA 70119 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website
Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse in Baton Rouge provides prevention education, treatment referrals, and recovery support services for women and families in the Baton Rouge area. Services include assessment, counseling referrals, case management, and community recovery support groups. Call 225-925-2876 or visit the office at 2554 Citiplace Ct. Bring ID and insurance information if you have it. Many referral services are free. Open Mon-Fri 8am-5pm. Serves adults and families affected by alcohol and drug use.
225-925-2876 · 2554 Citiplace Ct Suite B, Baton Rouge, LA 70808 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm
Alcoholics Anonymous Louisiana offers free peer support meetings throughout the state for women recovering from alcohol addiction. Women-only meetings available in many areas. Call 504-838-3399 or visit aaneworleans.org to find meeting schedules and locations near you. No registration or sobriety requirement to attend — you just need a desire to stop drinking. Meetings are free and completely confidential. New members can request a sponsor for one-on-one support between meetings.
504-838-3399 · Statewide Meetings · Meeting times vary · Visit Website
Narcotics Anonymous Louisiana offers free peer support meetings statewide for women recovering from drug addiction of any kind. Women-only NA meetings available in many communities. Call 888-420-6262 or search na.org to find meeting schedules and locations near you. No registration, cost, or sobriety requirement to attend — just a desire to stop using drugs. Meetings are confidential. New members can connect with sponsors for between-meeting support. Available in multiple languages in larger cities.
888-420-6262 · Statewide Meetings · Meeting times vary
Volunteers of America Louisiana Women's Program provides gender-specific residential substance abuse treatment and supportive services for women in New Orleans, including individual counseling, group therapy, parenting support, and life skills training. Call 504-899-3585 for intake information. Located at 3900 Howard Ave. Bring ID, insurance if available, and list of medications. Medicaid and sliding-scale fees may apply. Residential facility available 24/7. Call during business hours to begin the intake process.
504-899-3585 · 3900 Howard Ave, New Orleans, LA 70125 · 24/7
SAMHSA's Treatment Locator at findtreatment.gov is a free searchable database of substance use and mental health treatment facilities nationwide. Filter by location, treatment type, payment options including Medicaid, and specialty services for women or pregnant individuals. Listings include contact information and services offered. Available 24/7 online — no registration needed. Call SAMHSA at 1-800-662-4357 for phone assistance finding treatment. A critical first step for women seeking help with addiction or mental health issues.
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Alcoholics Anonymous is a free worldwide fellowship for anyone struggling with alcohol use. Find local and online meetings at aa.org using the meeting finder tool. Women-only meetings available in many areas. No fees, dues, or professional qualifications required — just a desire to stop drinking. Newcomers are welcome to attend open meetings without committing to the program. Sponsors provide one-on-one support between meetings. Online and phone meetings also available for women in rural or isolated areas.
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Narcotics Anonymous is a free fellowship for women and men recovering from addiction to any drug. Find local and online meetings using the worldwide meeting locator at na.org. Women-only meetings available in many communities. No fees or requirements to attend — just a desire to stop using. Newcomers are welcome at open meetings. Sponsors offer individualized support outside of group meetings. Phone and virtual meetings available for women in remote areas or with transportation barriers.
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SMART Recovery offers science-based addiction recovery support groups using cognitive behavioral tools rather than a spiritual framework. Free in-person and online meetings available worldwide. Women seeking a non-12-step approach can find meetings at smartrecovery.org. SMART covers all addictions including alcohol, drugs, gambling, and eating disorders. The program teaches self-empowerment skills for managing urges, emotions, and long-term lifestyle balance. Completely free to attend — no religious affiliation required.
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Women for Sobriety is a recovery organization founded by and for women addressing alcohol and substance use. The program offers New Life program meetings focused on building self-esteem, emotional growth, and abstinence. Find online and in-person meetings at womenforsobriety.org. Completely free to participate. A uniquely women-centered alternative or supplement to AA/NA that addresses the emotional and psychological aspects of addiction specific to women's experiences. Online forums also available.
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Al-Anon Family Groups is a free fellowship for families and friends of people struggling with alcoholism. Meetings provide mutual support, coping strategies, and community for women whose loved ones have alcohol problems. Find meetings at al-anon.org — in-person, phone, and online options available. No requirement that the alcoholic be seeking treatment. Alateen meetings available for younger family members. Completely free, confidential, and no religious affiliation required. A supportive community for women living with or affected by someone else's drinking.
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Nar-Anon is a free fellowship for family members and friends affected by someone else's drug use. Meetings provide support, hope, and practical tools for women coping with a loved one's addiction. Find meetings using the worldwide directory at nar-anon.org — in-person and online meetings available. No requirement that the addict seek help. Meetings are free, confidential, and open to anyone impacted by another person's drug problem. Phone and virtual options available for women in rural areas.
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Shatterproof is a national nonprofit working to reverse the addiction crisis through evidence-based treatment advocacy, reducing stigma, and supporting families affected by addiction. Their website at shatterproof.org offers treatment quality ratings, a guide to evaluating addiction treatment programs, family support resources, and policy advocacy tools. Free to access — particularly useful for women trying to help a family member find quality addiction care or understand treatment options and insurance rights.
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Faces and Voices of Recovery is a national organization mobilizing the recovery community to advocate for policies that support people in recovery from addiction. Their website at facesandvoicesofrecovery.org provides resources on recovery support services, advocacy tools, and a directory of recovery community organizations nationwide. Free to access. Women in recovery can find local recovery community organizations for peer support, employment resources, and connections to the broader recovery movement.
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